Water Safety Open Day at the Helix Park - 25th July from 11am

A FREE event for all of the family.

In recognition of the third annual UN-designated World Drowning Prevention Day, the Water Safety Open Day is returning to Helix Park for its second year.

The aim of the day is to raise awareness of water safety and the work of the organisations present, such as Water Safety Scotland, Scottish Water, Scottish Fire and Rescue Service, Police Scotland, Scottish Canals and many others from across Scotland.

The event is free and non-ticketed – just turn up – and there is the opportunity to win prizes and get involved in some fun activities.

Main Demonstrations 

11:20 Multi – agency water rescue exercise (morning demonstration) with Scottish Fire and Rescue, Police Scotland and Scottish Ambulance Service.

12:00 Watch the Scottish Newfoundland Club in a water rescue.

12:45 Throwline Challenge (challenge the professionals).

13:30 Multi – agency water rescue exercise (afternoon demonstration) with Scottish Fire and Rescue, Police Scotland and Scottish Ambulance Service.

Other activities happening throughout the day:
Partner stands with interactive activities for kids
Competitions to win some great prizes
Throw bag challenge – can you beat the professionals
Free face painting
Meet the mascot
Beat the Goalie

For more information, click here.